Global Head of Philanthropy
We are seeking an experienced philanthropy leader with a strong understanding of US giving to grow major donor income and lead an international Development Team.
Position: Global Head of Philanthropy
Salary: £55,000 to £65,000 per annum, depending on experience
Location: Home-based, with frequent travel to London and the United States
Hours: Full-time
Closing date: 21 August 2026
There is a strong preference for the successful candidate to be based in the UK, although applications from the United States or the Netherlands will also be considered.
About the role
This is an influential, hands-on fundraising role within an international charity protecting cultural heritage and supporting artisan communities.
Reporting to the COO and working closely with the President, you will develop and deliver a multi-year philanthropy strategy, with a particular focus on generating major donor income in the United States. You will also steward relationships across the UK, Europe, the Middle East and other emerging markets.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing an established portfolio of major donors and prospects, typically giving between four and seven figures
- Personally securing major gifts through relationship building, tailored proposals and direct asks
- Supporting the President, COO and other senior leaders with high-value donor relationships
- Maintaining a strong major donor pipeline and delivering agreed income targets
- Mobilising Board members and ambassadors to strengthen networks and fundraising opportunities
- Leading and developing a small Development Team
- Setting clear objectives, priorities and performance measures
- Overseeing donor reporting, proposals, pitches and stewardship activity
- Improving CRM systems, data quality, forecasting and pipeline reporting
- Identifying and managing fundraising events and donor engagement opportunities
- Working across international teams to develop compelling donor communications
About you
You will be an accomplished philanthropy professional with strong knowledge of US giving and a proven record of managing major donor portfolios and generating significant income.
You will need:
- Substantial experience of US philanthropy, ideally within cultural heritage or a related field
- Evidence of personally securing major gifts
- Excellent relationship management and communication skills
- Strong leadership and team management experience
- Experience of donor reporting and compliance requirements
- Knowledge of CRM systems, ideally Salesforce
- A structured, organised and highly collaborative approach
- The confidence to work closely with senior leaders, Board members and influential stakeholders
- The ability and willingness to travel frequently to London and the United States
- Fluent written and spoken English
Candidates may be qualified by experience, and formal qualifications are not essential. Applicants must have the right to work in their country of residence, as visa sponsorship is not available.
About the organisation
The organisation is an international charity that works with artisan communities to protect and revitalise cultural heritage. Its programmes support traditional crafts, restore historic buildings and improve access to healthcare and education for artisans and their families.
Please apply with a CV and covering letter combined into one PDF document. Applications may close early if a high volume is received.
Other roles you may have experience of could include Director of Philanthropy, Head of Major Gifts, Head of Fundraising, Global Fundraising Director, Major Donor Manager, Development Director or Head of Development.
Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, NFP People.
Thank you!
Are you a strategic and decisive fundraising leader ready to use your skills and talents so that everyone can know Jesus through the Bible?
At Wycliffe Bible Translators, growth is accelerating, with individual giving up 36% and legacy pledgers doubling to 440 over the last three years. This means supporting more Bible translators, growing local churches, and transforming lives. Remarkably, more Bibles have been translated in the past 30 years than in the previous 2,000. Yet, 1 in 5 people worldwide remain underserved without God’s word in their language. We have ambitious plans to exponentially expand individual giving from £1.35m to £5.6m by 2032, built on strong foundations, team enthusiasm, and expert agency engagement.
As Director for Supporters, you will provide pivotal fundraising leadership to build long-term support through regular giving and legacies while valuing donors deeply. You will guide and empower a motivated team within a genuinely remote-first organisation, recognised in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work list. If you want your leadership to help us say ‘Yes!’ to supporting more Bible translators worldwide, we encourage you to apply.
- Salary: £70,000-75,000 + benefits
- Location: Home based or the option of a desk at our office in Oxford
- Terms of appointment: Full-time (37.5 hours per week). Permanent
- Closing date: Friday 21 August at 9am
- Interview date: Interviews will be held in Birmingham on Thursday 3 September
Key responsibilities:
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Grow individual giving income exponentially from £1.35m to £5.6m by 2032, with a focus on regular giving
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Pilot, test and scale fundraising products that meet donors needs
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Achieve exceptional donor retention rates through shaping a culture of fundraising that puts the supporter at the heart
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Lead and empower a talented team and collaborate closely with colleagues to deliver high performance
Benefits include:
- 33 days’ annual leave, including bank holidays
- Up to 5 days’ extra leave to serve on the Board of an external organisation
- Competitive contributory pension scheme
- Employer pension contributions up to 7.5%
- Fully employer-funded life assurance
- 24/7 employee assistance programme for emotional and practical support
- Family-friendly employer
- Monthly in-person team days in Oxfordshire or the Chilterns (expenses covered)
- Hot-desking facility at Oxford office
- Fully paid-for professional development opportunities.
It is an occupational requirement of this role that you have a clear, personal commitment to the beliefs set out in our Statement of Faith and Doctrinal Position Statement.
To apply, visit our careers site and complete the short online application, attaching your CV and a covering letter (no more than two pages) summarising why you’re applying, how you meet the person specification, and telling us about your personal Christian journey and church involvement.
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Thank you!
Lead change. Shape policy. Amplify the voices of bereaved families.
Child Bereavement UK is looking for an accomplished Head of Policy & Research to lead our evidence and policy agenda at a pivotal time for the charity.
You'll bring a strong track record of leading policy and research activity, developing influential partnerships, and translating evidence into meaningful change. With an established understanding of the policy landscape and the credibility to engage senior stakeholders across health, social care, government and the voluntary sector, you'll play a key role in shaping policy and practice for bereaved families across the UK.
You'll lead our research programme, develop evidence-based positions, build strategic partnerships, and ensure the experiences of bereaved children, young people and parents bereaved of a baby or child are reflected in policy and practice across the UK.
We're looking for someone who:
- Has experience and established networks in policy and research.
- Can translate complex evidence into compelling recommendations for change.
- Is an exceptional relationship-builder, communicator and strategic thinker.
- Is passionate about improving outcomes for bereaved children, young people and parents.
This is a rare opportunity to shape national conversations, influence decision-makers and ensure lived experience is at the heart of policy and practice.
Please note, the role will involve regular travel to London based conferences, events and network meetings as required, plus occasional travel to team meetings in Birmingham.
Join us and help create lasting change for bereaved families across the UK.
